Chapter 804: Peak of the Mountain
Translator: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas
Due to the fact that Cole highly valued Wang Zheng, Wang Zheng was busy handling a group of upper management personnel from the Ai Financial Group. At the same time, they even knew that Wang Zheng was the hidden major shareholder of KING company. KING company had been busy with a deeper level space project recently and had caused a shock in the scientific world. For a tech company, having some news was good. Coupled with its previous success, it was natural that they were under much attention. In the past, they were definitely lacking in investment. However, the investment aspect wasn't a problem at all now. In fact, even the Solar System Federation had the intention to invest too. The Ai Financial Group naturally wouldn't let this opportunity to stock up reserve technology slip away.
Everyone's attention was on Wang Zheng and Ai Hongming had become a supporting actor entirely. He knew a little himself about the distance between Xiaolu and him. Those people that he knew weren't in the same league as those people Ai Xiaolu knew.
Cai Yingmeng was also able to showcase himself well in front of his girlfriend.
When the banquet ended, the trial this time had truly become only in name and not in fact. The Ai Financial Group would naturally passionately and generously host everyone. Everyone had also lost their interests in training. There were also many classical places of attraction in the Hail Cloud Alliance which everyone couldn't miss. As for Cai Yingmeng, he also needed some personal time with his girlfriend to enhance their relationship. The thing about being in a relationship was that it should be grand and dynamic.
Most of the people had chosen the most famous Ice City. It was as gorgeous as the crystal palace in fairy tale. As for Wang Zheng, he had arrived at another landmark of the Hail Cloud Alliance at this moment – Tassomania. It was the most well-known snow mountain in Hail Cloud Alliance and had been considered by many to be the peak that a man should conquer.
With the current technology and mountaineering techniques, it would still be difficult for one to reach the peak of Tassomania. Only those who liked challenges would be here. Most of the people here were only here to have a look at it
The artificial scenery in the Ice City wasn't attractive to Wang Zheng at all. However this mountain really intrigued Wang Zheng. There was an abundance of Yuan Qi in that place.
At the bottom of the mountain, Wang Zheng had finished his preparations for trekking. He didn't need any modern equipment and having just food and a tent was sufficient for him. It was just that he had not expected Snow Li to follow him here..
"Snow, are you sure you want to come along?"
"What's the matter? Are you looking down on me!" Snow Li was enjoying the cold wind and placed Ke Ai into the hat. It stuck out its head from the hat and were looking and blinking its eyes at the faraway place. It then looked at the students that were standing at the bottom of the mountain that towered into the clouds. It seemed very happy and lively.
Wang Zheng smiled and shook his head helplessly. "Let's go together then."
Snow Li revealed a sly smile and followed Wang Zheng. Ai Xiaolu had wanted to come along too initially. However she was the host after all and there were many things that needed her. Therefore, she couldn't be the lightbulb between Wang Zheng and Snow Li. Also, Xiaolu didn't want to compete with Snow Li in the end.
She was more rational and could tell that Wang Zheng's attention wasn't on relationships at the moment. This guy was like a ball of fire. However, he wasn't gentle now and getting close to him would be dangerous.
On this day, the weather on Tassomania was very good. There were also numerous people who liked trekking at the bottom of the mountain. Wang Zheng brought Snow Li and the ice beast together and started his journey.
The two of them didn't talk too much and were admiring the spectacular scenery of the snow mountain as they climbed.
Wang Zheng's Primordial Regression Technique was circulating in his body as he walked and he maintained a certain level of release of mental power.
Snow Li was curious. Wouldn't this be too exhausting?
Wang Zheng's method of training was a little different from others. Since playing a part in the birth of the ice beast, Snow Li seemed to achieve a different level of enlightenment. Her ability had also clearly increased and the most important thing was that she became more sensitive to her Ability X. If it was in the past, she definitely wouldn't be able to sense that Wang Zheng was maintaining the release of power as he walked.
This was simply too wasteful.
Climbing the mountain was a great severe test for the body and mind.
Wang Zheng wasn't here to be a pilgrim but to conquer!
With the stamina of the two of them, they quickly left those people who liked mountain climbing behind. Initially, Snow Li was still able to follow easily. However, gradually, Snow Li started to realise that Wang Zheng's speed had not decreased all along. Snow Li's competitive side started to come into play. She was someone from the Hail Cloud Alliance after all. It was especially so as her ability to adapt to the cold environment wouldn't be any worse than Wang Zheng.
In this way, the two of them headed towards the mountain that towered into the clouds and started to climb constantly. After 3 days, there were no longer anyone else around them.
Tassomania was considered the Heavenly Mountain of the Hail Cloud Alliance and was a blessed ground. There were quite a number of people that even worshipped this mountain. Also contributing to it was that this mountain's shape was really nice-looking. In today's time, famous mountain and major streams also had to depend on looks.
A quiet journey could truly cleanse one's mind and body. The others were getting more and more tired as they walked but Wang Zheng was really getting more and more energetic. The cold aura around him was getting colder and colder. Among the abilities that he controlled, "Ice" Ability was his foundation. It was only till today that he finally felt that he was starting to understand it.
Cold air no longer had any effect on him. After truly understanding about the Heart of Ice and he had mastered the will of the ice, the pain and damage from physical coldness had also disappeared. Wang Zheng had already understood the essence of this type of existence.
When he was in the ice field, he already had some enlightenment. It was a pity that a battle had disrupted this magical state. He believed that this mountain could allow him to regain such a feeling, therefore he had come. This had proven that his judgement was correct.
Wang Zheng did not take particular care for Snow Li. This stubborn girl had been following him all alone and didn't complain about it being tough or that she was tired. Snow Li could feel that as they climbed, Wang Zheng seemed to have some changes every day. As an Ability X user with rather good talents, Snow Li also felt that this was impossible.
At night, the two of them found a place to take shelter from the wind and set up their tents. The current professional tents were all semi-automated, rather convenient and easy to use and rather sturdy. Wang Zheng fell asleep quickly but Snow Li couldn't sleep. The Ice beast's condition was similar to Wang Zheng. Since arriving at Tassomania, it seemed to have been back home. In the day, it would still run and jump around and was abnormally lively. However once night had fallen, the little ice beast would fall back on its back and rest. This posture was rather open and bold.
Snow Li was feeling a little blurry. She would recall Wang Zheng's kiss from time to time… Although it was because of CPR at that time, she still felt that it was a kiss. Suddenly, she could feel her body heating up. Wang Zheng should have known about her feelings. It was just that the two of them didn't make it explicit. In this kind of matters, a girl's initiatives also had a limit. This was at least the case for her
Snow Li didn't know what Wang Zheng was thinking. A girl was more details oriented. She could feel that Wang Zheng had actually never put Aina behind. No matter if he was still in love with Aina or that Aina's matter had scarred him, this was an obstruction to Wang Zheng letting go of the thing bothering him.
Snow Li was really outstanding and was also confident. However, if anyone was to say she was more outstanding than the first princess of Aslan, she would probably be boasting. However Snow Li believed that there was one thing that Aina could not compared against her. That would be she was gentler and she could accompany Wang Zheng forever. This was something that Aina couldn't do.
After finding a reason of victory, Student Snow Li finally fell asleep happily. She was truly tired.
Lin Huiyin was burning with anxiety. She had received a piece of not so great news. The Hail Cloud Alliance had started their "attacks" on Wang Zheng!
Obviously, this wasn't about the pirate incident but about Snow Li. In fact, since the beginning, Lin Huiyin had felt that Wang Zheng and her cousin had not really broken up. The two of them were still connected by something. It was only because of the circumstances that they had to bury such feelings underground. Therefore, she had paid attention to Wang Zheng from various aspects.
However, the news from Lu Die wasn't great.
Lu Die was also a little puzzled that the Princess Highness would pay attention to such gossips. However, she still executed her mission without any reservations. The truth was Snow Li having feelings for Wang Zheng wasn't really news. After all, Snow Li was one of the few beauties in the Academy.
The two of them, a single man and a single woman, had actually gone to climb a snow mountain together… Huiyin was a little angry now. Should she tell her cousin about it?
The little princess was very angry.
However Wang Zheng wouldn't know about this anger. Even if he knew, he would probably laugh it off.
This mountain and this sky gave Wang Zheng endless power and desire to conquer. He wanted to stand at the peak of the mountain and looked down on the world.
Every single person who climbed the mountain probably had the same goal and looked forward to the moment when one was at the peak of the mountain.
However when it was day five, Snow Li had fallen sick. No one climbed the mountain in such a way. In today's time, those climbing the mountain would have the support of a professional team. No one would climb the mountain on their own. Moreover, they were relatively deep into the mountain.
Snow Li's illness wasn't too severe. She was a girl after all and would have a few days in a month where it would not be convenient. Also, climbing a mountain was truly taxing on one's stamina.
The ice beast was circling around Snow Li and was licking Snow Li with its small tongue constantly. It was also moaning.
The truth was the best option for Snow Li was to call for the emergency team to bring her back to the ground.
Snow Li didn't want to return. However she knew that she would only burden Wang Zheng if this went on.
Just when she was preparing to request to return, Wang Zheng only said a sentence. "If you are willing, I can bring you up."
At this moment, Snow Li was at the verge of breaking into tears. However, she didn't cry and responded to Wang Zheng with the most dazzling smile.
The weather in Tassomania was rather capricious. Soon, snow started to fall from the sky. The closer they were to the peak, the lower the temperature got. Although he was carrying Snow Li and dragging the luggage, Wang Zheng's advancing speed was still very fast.
Snow Li stuck closely to the back of Wang Zheng. This was her most blessed moment. The snowflakes were so beautiful and even the chilling wind didn't feel as cold.
The little ice beast was still happily scouting the road ahead. It didn't have any worries as snow was its toy. In this place, everything was great for it.
The Primordial Regression Technique had gradually become an instinctive thing. Wang Zheng's mental strength had connected with the heaven and earth. This magical feeling had also affected Snow Li and even the little ice beast. They were 3 distinct bodies but as they advanced, they were just like a single entity. The wind and snow was longer obstructing them. It seemed that they were glamorous presents that were welcoming them.
Snow Li really hoped that she wasn't dreaming. She even hoped that they could continue climbing like this forever.
After 3 days, Snow Li's body had recovered. Under normal circumstances, her recovery wouldn't be that fast in such environment. However, Snow Li had really recovered. Moreover, her body condition also seemed to be really great. Perhaps that magical state had affected her.
The truth was at the beginning, Snow Li had not really intended to reach the peak of the mountain, In her eyes, this was impossible. However the peak of the mountain was just in front of her. Along the way, various obstacles weren't an issue for Wang Zheng at all. His use of his Ice and Wind Ability X had opened Snow Li's eyes. Applying Ability X in everyday tasks was truly a little wasteful. However, Snow Li also understood Wang Zheng's level in Ability X. He had a C rank Ability grade but he had the control of an Earth Grade master.
Chapter 805: Bad Man
Translator: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas
When they were approaching the peak of the mountain, they putdown all their luggage. Wang Zheng and Snow Li was walking quickly on the snow mountain. Wang Zheng not only had Ice Ability but also possessed the Wind Ability X. Although Snow Li couldn't make it, Wang Zheng could give her some assistance. The two of them looked just like a deity couple.
The peak of the mountain was just right in front of their eyes. This was the peak of Tassomania. The little ice beast was also abnormally lively. This type of special lifeform seemed to be bred by the heaven and earth. In the city, it would seem listless. However, once it was in the wilderness, it started to become lively again.
When standing on the peak of the mountain, the skies over a thousand metres radius became clear all of a sudden. The chilling wind didn't seem to matter too.
At this moment, time seemed to have stopped. Wang Zheng and Snow Li looked down at the clouds and seas beyond the 30,000 metres cliff and smiled when they looked at each other.
Wang Zheng's eyes was emanating a glaring light. That wind, that mountain and the sky suddenly became small.
At this moment, Wang Zheng was no longer suppressing his Abilities. His mental strength was released fully and connected with the heaven and earth. Tassomania seemed to have become smaller and smaller while he became bigger and bigger. Looking at the sky, it seemed to be reachable if he just extended his hands.
The Primordial Regression Technique was also circulating rapidly. In this place where humans were extremely rarely seen and the spiritual aura felt the most amiable, his Ability X started to expand endlessly without any form of restrictions.
Waves and waves of blue wavelengths started emanating from Wang Zheng. This was a form of unparalleled enlightenment. Snow Li who was within all these felt for the first time Wang Zheng's overwhelmingly powerful aura.
The little ice beast was howling excitedly. The ice beast was also an existence which was similar to the lord of the natural world.
His Ability X was increasing constantly. In the sky, several mystical vortexes started forming. The whole snow mountain seemed to be shaking from it.
Roar~~~~~~~~~~
Inside Wang Zheng's body, a seemingly insuppressible power started bursting out. Wang Zheng couldn't help but opened his arms and roared. That person, that matter, everything that was relating to that could be dispersed in this place. The only thing he had here was his emotions.
Everything could be forgotten!
The sky was crumbling and the earth was shaking. The snow mountain started to collapsed… It was an avalanche!
A gigantic amount of snow started rolling. The ice and snow that had been frozen for thousand of years had suddenly collapsed and were rushing down without any restriction. At the same time, all worries and frustration seemed to be carried away with it.
Wang Zheng revealed a smile at the side of his mouth. His Ability X had finally broken through C rank and had entered B rank.
Snow Li, who was at the side had surprisingly and coincidentally, had her Ability X raised to B rank. In fact, it was easier for her than Wang Zheng.
Snow Li's potential was very pure and she had a body of ice and snow. The pure power of ice that Wang Zheng had gathered had completely become nourishment for Snow Li and was the best form of assistance. Together with the enlightenment achieved when she connected with the ice beast, this had allowed Snow Li to easily achieve a breakthrough. This was what having an Ice Dragon body really meant.
If the conditions were sufficient, for a genius like her, everything would be too easy.
As for Wang Zheng, he had truly expended an immense amount of energy. However, a different form of enlightenment would also mean that what they could controlled would be different.
At this moment, Tassomania become so close to them.
Time quietly passed by. The two of them were immersed in this mystical atmosphere. Snow Li blushed and her heart was thumping. She plucked up her courage and looked at Wang Zheng. Wang Zheng could feel that pure form of love. This was the first love of Snow Li!
Wang Zheng extended his hands and pulled Snow Li closer gently. They looked away together. Snow Li closed her eyes quietly and leaned on Wang Zheng. In her heart, she felt warmth but also a little disappointment. Maybe, she did not have the chance in the end. However, even if it was just this, she was also very happy.
"Snow, I'm a bad guy and I'm very selfish. Therefore… please don't be hurt." said Wang Zheng. His voice was calm. One could say that he was slow or dumb. However, this was something he couldn't get rid of. He couldn't forget every minute, every second that he had spent with Aina. Sometimes, he also felt that he was going crazy.
The calmer he seemed, the more he actually missed her.
The further they were, the more he actually missed her.
The more impossible it was, the more he actually missed her.
Snow Li's expression dulled and tears couldn't help but streamed down. "I know, but I can't control it myself."
"Silly brat." Wang Zheng rubbed his nose. "I had flaws all around me. You would know once we get along for a longer period of time."
"Give me time then. Let me discover your flaws and find someone better. After which, I will ruthlessly dump you!" said Snow Li.
Wang Zheng nodded helplessly. He seemed to have the talent to always be able to waste such a romantic moment. However, he wanted to do what his heart wished.
In the Milky Way Academy, Aina was listening to music while watching some classic interstellar battles in the past few years. Life was simple but fulfilling. Huiyin had told her that Wang Zheng and Snow Li had went for a date. However, Aina didn't mind. Snow mountain? That was rather poetic. This brat wasn't as romantic when he was with her.
…
"That year, how many times had we talked about postponing our reunion in a hurry
Unfortunately, whether one had loved before wasn't a fierce debate on the 7 emotions of one
That year, we had placed aside unbearable promise in a hurry
We could only wait for others to fulfil it
Don't blame that the kiss marks hadn't accumulated into a cocoon
Embracing hibernation would not turn one into a fairy
Don't blame that these feelings have no time to be rehearsed
Time has been forgiving and bestowed time for reflection
…
If the past was still worth the emotional attachment, don't allow it to fade away
Who would be satisfied with no one thinking of each other
We have to owe each other…
We might split but our connections would still linger…
This was a song that Aina was extremely fond of recently. Unknowingly, tears started dripping down one after another. If Wang Zheng really left her, what would happen to her?
"Your Highness, your Highness. Are you alright?"
The surrounding people had a scare. Why did the Princess Highness suddenly cry?
Aina suddenly put down the things in her hands and rushed out. However when she walked to the door, she realized that Wang Zheng wasn't beside her. They were really far apart…
Although there wasn't any clear development during Wang Zheng's and Snow Li's trip to the snow mountain, it was also a time for them to vent their emotions out. For the two of them, they were able to relax a lot.
Moreover, their Abilities X had both entered B rank. This rare occasion had surprisingly happened at the same time and made Ai Xiaolu to be extremely jealous.
What a good opportunity that was and she had missed it. This caused Ai Xiaolu to think about it for a long time. Whenever she wasn't feeling about, she would make Wang Zheng treat her. Only blackmailing Wang Zheng could relieve her emotions.
Before returning to the Academy, the three of them made a difficult decision and that was to release Ke Ai.
Academy X didn't allow one to rear pets. Moreover, frankly speaking, other than an environment like Aisbotan, other places might not be suitable for the growth of Ke Ai. Even during the times in Hail Cloud Star, he was rather dispirited. It was only slightly better when they visited the snow mountain. However, the place that was most suitable for him was still its home.
However, Ke Ai wasn't willing to leave. It believed that Snow Li was its mother. Wherever Snow Li went, it would want to follow. In the end, Snow Li still steeled herself and boarded the flying ship.
On the snowfield, the little ice beast was chasing. When it fell, it picked itself up again and continued chasing the ship… However, the flying ship was flying further and further away…
Through the window, Snow Li could feel that her heart was going to shatter. However, this was the only method to allow Ke Ai to continue living on. It was better to not prolong the pain.
The ice beast was the sacred beast of Aisbotan. Only that boundary-less ice field would be their world. Its destiny shouldn't be just to become a pet.
One day, Ke Ai would be the king of all ice beasts.
Chapter 806: Re-emergence of Smoke
Translator: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas
Life in the Elite Academy X had not stopped because of the trial. After all, the trials were voluntary modules and weren't compulsory. Most of the people either had gone through it previously or intended to use the opportunity of the trial to achieve a breakthrough from their bottleneck. A trial without an objective had minimal meaning.
Zhang Shan, Vincent, Takumi and the rest hesitated for some time but still chose to stay behind in the end. With Wang Zheng not around, they would need to strengthen their collaboration. After all, with Wang Zheng's strength, integrating into the team would be fast. However, they had to made use of the time they had.
Zhang Shan's space ability, Vincent's wind ability and Takumi's Earth ability defence seemed tailored to their roles. However, it was still hard to tell whether it would be effective in a team.
Currently, an individual's strength was the indicator of one's performance and was everything. Those students with hopes of entering Earth Grade were the talents that would be greatly valued. However, with the Elite Academy X's large scale recruitments in the past few times, the strategies of the past had gradually changed.
Individual strength was still highly valued. This was related to the reason of establishing the Elite Academy X. However, at the same time, attention esd starting to be paid on abilities in other aspects. Also, the level of importance attached to it had gradually exceeded an individual's abilities.
Due to political reasons, many talents with background had entered the Elite Academy X. They wouldn't be here just to play a supporting role. An individual's Ability X was just one aspect. However, leadership capabilities were the most of important. After graduation, everyone would return to their countries. They would want to become a commanding officer at the top and not a lower or middle level officer at the front line where they would need to risk their lives.
Initially, Elite Academy was only for grooming and researching about Ability X. However today, the Academy had matured to the stage where it was to nurture team leaders with Ability X as their core. This point had started to become clearer. Obviously, this wouldn't mean that individual strength was no longer important but was to build on it and took another step forward. At the same time, the demands for the captain of each battle teams were even higher now.
This was one of the underlying reasons why the trend in Elite Academy X was to form battle teams and the trend had reached a peak this year. In the past, the Academy had also been supporting battle teams constantly and had also nurtured a large batch of outstanding and fear-inducing teams. For example, there were the Blue Shield battle team from Aslan and the Killing Crocodile Team from Arbiter. However, the masters in the Academy were still not interested in these.
This year, due to news from various channels together with the professors attaching high importance to them, battle teams were pushed to a higher level.
The Individual Elite Tournament Champion, Wang Zheng, took the lead. Following closely, Lear had been recruiting from many different channels. Even Mayans had joined Lear's battle team. The masters and the strong of the Academy had finally started to devote themselves to battle teams. After all, the Academy was encouraging and promoting this aspect.
The truth was not long after Wang Zheng went for his trial, Mars, Hocatolin and Pampas had also started forming their own battle teams. With their reputation, it was clear that it would be very easy to recruit the strong.
Battle teams weren't made compulsory by the Academy and wasn't the standard criteria for regular assessment. It was more of an opportunity to stand out and was used as a platform to raise the demands on the elites in the Elite Academy.
At the same time, the school had also announced that they would be selecting outstanding battle teams and providing them with generous rewards and higher honour. Although the details were not clear, with such a backing, it would definitely be better than Individual Elite Tournament. At the same time, this gave hope to those students, who were not the strongest in individual strength but were more suitable for team battles. The rewards would definitely be for the entire team.
Instantly, the entire Elite Academy was full of messages discussing about battle teams. With the school's promotion, everyone had their eyes on those outstanding battle teams. A good team was a magnet for talents and everyone wanted to join them even if they were just training together with them.
As long as you had confidence in yourself, no one knew if you could become one of the main members while training together as a team.
Lear's battle team was getting all the attention. It was strange that as long Wang Zheng wasn't around, everything Lear did would become especially smooth. Lear's battle team had finally decided on the name of "Dynasty" battle team. It was humble and yet was domineering. Everyone had originally thought that with Hu Kan removed, Lear's team would become weaker. The truth was exactly the opposite. Dynasty battle team had achieved 8 consecutive victories in their external challenges and was rather awesome. Among which, there were no lack of some traditional battle teams in the Elite Academy. For a newly formed team, these results were rare and precious.
Lear was undoubtedly the core. The scout was Luo Fei and the twin attackers were the Mayans. The one who was responsible as tank was Peng Wu from Black Tortoise Region. If one was to only consider his individual strength, he would at most be in the top 10. However, his contribution to the team would securely be number 1 and he had extremely strong team consciousness. This type of person clearly wasn't found by Lear. The professors had actually helped him to find Peng Wu and his poaching could be considered as successful.
For a team, one core would be enough. An existence like Hu Kan would be more of an obstacle. Through Hu Kan, Lear was able to completely establish his awe. The whole team had an entirely new look.
Every position was outstanding but this was not the key for the team's victory. The key was chemistry or also known as commanding and leading.
What was team battle? Lear's understanding was definitely on point. Accurately speaking, he was a naturally born leader.
However what made Lear famous throughout the Academy wasn't the 8 consecutive victories but during the 8 battles, Lear's Dynasty battle team had sparred once with Olivios' Asura battle team. Although it was said to be a sparring match, with Wang Zheng not around, this 2 would be the representatives of the new batch. Frankly speaking, most of the people favoured the chances of Olivios a little more. However, Lear's Dynasty battle team had achieved victory in the end. This had made Lear's name well known in an instant.
Team battles and individual battle were two completely different concepts. Obviously, he didn't know about the exact situation. Olivios seemed to not be too concerned about the results of this battle. Surprisingly, he didn't arrange to challenge Lear again.
Obviously, Lear wasn't the only one that attracted attention. Hocatolin had also devoted himself completely to form his battle team. If he was to regain the home ground and rediscover his honour, he would likely need to depend on this matter.
Without a doubt, Hocatolin was the type of person that specialised in commanding and leading and there were no lack of such talents in Aslan.
His Imperial Glory battle team immediately attracted large numbers of established masters. It was different from Lear's method. Hocatolin had relied on his individual charisma. Nonetheless, the results were similar or even better. Every position of the team was established masters. They were established not only in Elite Academy X but also within the Milky Way Alliance and were genius-class talents that garnered a lot of attention. Some of them even possessed potential that wouldn't be inferior to Hocatolin's potential.
It was just that the Imperial Glory battle team had conducted various trainings within Aslan. Hocatolin was concerned about himself. He could no longer lose anymore. This was until the news of Olivios' failure had started to spread. Although no one said much about it externally, the truth was that everyone was researching the video of the battle.
Olivios's Asura battle team vs Lear's Dynasty battle team.
The style of the Asura battle team was clear. It was in the style of what Arbiter was known for. Fierce, lightning fast strikes complemented by an assault battle formation.
If they were facing any other opponents with such a ruthless and fearsome battle style, even if the enemies were several times of them, the enemies would have crumbled.
One should note that any member from that team could be considered as a fearless and fearsome warrior. However, what Olivios had wasn't a battle team but individual entities. Warriors were all fighting for themselves. Moreover, the allocation was problematic… All of them were warriors.
The current mainstream allocation in Elite Academy or even the battle allocation of the entire Milky Way Alliance was all about division of labour. This would then allow them to execute the greatest strength. One could only say that Olivios' team was a brainless team that was unreasonable.
However even with such a team, any other battle team would still not be able to withstand them. The allocation of Lear's battle team was unparalleled-ly logical. Also, Lear's commanding and leadership also deserved compliments.
Everyone thought that they would avoid the limelight and not engage in direct confrontation with the Asura battle team and to last till the opponent's momentum had become weaker before launching their attacks. Surprisingly, they had instantly killed Olivios in the first instance.
This match had fully demonstrated how various attributes Abilities X could instantly kill an individual body.
Everyone knew that Ability X users had a certain level of resistance against Ability X attacks. The higher the person's class was and the higher the level the person was, the stronger the resistance. Obviously, one had to follow the rule of the Cycle of Major and Minor elements. The professional term was "Countering Ability X" or the more commonly known term was instant dissolve.
However, there were limits to what one's body could handle. If one was to withstand multiple Abilities at the same instance, the person would then not be able to resolve these abilities. Even if the energy shield of the mech was activated, the pilot would still be killed directly in an instant.
In that match, Olivios had demonstrated surprising battle prowess. He was surrounded by the strong attacks of 5 people. Surprisingly he wasn't killed in an instance. However, he also could instantly dissolve the Ability Xs of the five people. In the end, his mech was forcefully destroyed.
The rest of the team had taken the opportunity to destroy two people from the Dynasty team. However, the momentum was lost and they couldn't stop the attacks leading to the eventual failure.
With Olivios' failure in this match, one had to admit that Lear's distribution was very daring. If Olivios had lasted for a little longer, the team that would be destroyed would be Lear's. However, Lear had made a detailed calculation. At the same time, he told everyone that team battles were team battles. This was a battle where intelligence played an extremely important role. A person with extremely low intelligence like Olivios wouldn't make it.
Obviously, Lear wasn't very arrogant about it and even praised his opponents. He felt that Olivios' battle team was only lacking in co-operation. With their strength, once they had time to mesh together, they would definitely be one of the strongest team in the Academy.
It was the side of Arbiter that was extremely calm.
Zhang Shan, Takumi and Vincent were also part of the contributors to the clicks of this. Battle teams had started to become the trend and sparring between different battle team had become the norm. Saruman Snake Team was no exception. Even if Wang Zheng and Snow Li weren't around, it still conducted several sparring matches over this period of time. The results were…
Unbearable to witness.
Zhang Shan was the vice-captain now and Long Ma and Oli had been added to the team. Oli's individual battle prowess was fierce and strong while Long Ma was Takumi's good friend. Other than the fact that the nonsense he spouted was a little too much and he was ugly, his strength was also rather good. Theoretically, the battle prowess of the team shouldn't be too bad. However, they lost in every match they fight and had more losses than victories. This had angered the ambitious team. They might have the advantage in 1 vs 1 but once they were fighting as a team, they wouldn't be a match for their opponents. It was very humiliating for them.
Luckily, everyone was still rational. After watching the match Lear won, Zhang Shan could understand clearly the source of the problem.
One had to admit that Lear was truly a smart jerk. Zhang Shan wasn't fond of seeing Lear but also had to admit that Lear had found the crux to team battle.
—- Control!
This was not simply the control of the team but the control of one's Ability X.
Chapter 807: Come Back Quickly!
Translator: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas
During individual battles, the stronger the Ability X the better. It would be alright as long as it had enough destructive power. However in team battles, although destructive power was still important, control would be even more important.
Abilities like Luo Fei's stealth and weakening would be very effective. This d*mn dude was definitely fearsome. When they went up against Olivios, it was exactly the case. His weakening Ability X was fully utilised and Olivios had turned from a primeval raging beast to just a raging bull. The level had decreased by a lot. Coupled with the fact that others weren't weak too, it would mean that they weren't giving Olivios a chance to demonstrate his capabilities at all. The follow up and catching the right opportunity of others would be dependent on the commanding and leadership of the leader and the cooperation within the team.
Zhang Shan believed that the core of Lear's team was the damned fatty, Luo Fei's, ability.
In other words, in every team, there must be a scout that could instantly control the other party's core member.
The core of the other team might be a warrior type and could also be a scout. Sometimes, it might even be an attacker. Nonetheless with a scout like Luo Fei, they would be in control of the initiative and give Lear the best opportunity to fully demonstrate what he could do.
In Saruman Snake battle team, there wasn't anyone that was like Luo Fei.
Zhang Shang's instant displacement seemed very cool but his attacks did not possess the ability to instantly kill his opponents. Once he entered the enemy's formation, he might become the food for others. Oli was very valiant and she was the reserve for Wang Zheng's position. She possessed extremely strong attacking prowess but people like her would be the target of others. At the same time… this brat was also too ferocious. During the past battles, she would detach from the team very easily.
Vincent's attacks were very much on the point. It was just that the Golden Wheel's attacks were very dependent on the environment. At the same time, it had a high requirement on the distance. As a result, he would definitely be targeted by the other party's scout.
The so-called team battle was a battle of the wits and brawn. Wits would undoubtedly be placed further in front. Between battle teams, unique characteristics were very distinct and both parties would know about each other very well. If it was a 1 vs 1, variation might not be a lot. However if it was a 5 vs 5, the things that could vary would be too much.
As for Takumi, he was average. The problem was that during the team battle, no one would care about him basically. This was also what gave Takumi a headache.
During this period, everyone had also done a lot of research. Zhang Shan even learnt from his "enemies". However, the conclusion he had arrived in the end was variation. The battle team had to improvise as the situation required.
It was just that… Saruman Snake battle team didn't have easy days during this period of time. Due to Wang Zheng's reputation being a little too loud, it would be better for them if they just avoided battles. However, Zhang Shan and the rest were a little too eager to perform. In the end, they had become the training team for their opponents instead.
To be more direct, they were the classic case of negative examples.
Their individual strength wasn't bad at all but they were like a plate of loose sand. They had no strategies and their reactions were childish. To sum it up, on the Academy's magazine, the most anticipated battle team was Lear's Dynasty battle team. It was a little like they had the intention to start building a new dynasty. As for the most disappointing team, that was Saruman Snake battle team. What poisonous snake were they? They were just like earthworms!
As a result, the Blue Shield battle team, who had originally intended to have a good and serious match with the Saruman Snake Team, had lost interest in them. With their results, it would be too shameful to have a battle with this kind of low level battle team.
Zhang Shan had also not expected that within just a month's time, Saruman Snake battle team had been ruined by him. He was really embarrassed.
However, the training had to continue. In the past, battle teams weren't very highly valued and were used only as a reference. Currently, battle teams were still used as a reference but it had become a main point for reference. This wasn't only the case in Elite Academy but the other major Military Academies were also heading in this direction. Obviously, their battle teams were mainly made up of a regular section of 12 people. As for Elite Academy, they specialised in Ability X after all. Therefore, they had adopted a core section of only 5 people.
Initially, there were still a lot of people who came due to their reputation to join the Saruman Snake battle team. It would be alright even if they were just there to train with them or become their reserves. In this few years, if one wasn't in a battle team, it would be as though he was an outsider. However, since Saruman Snake battle team's consecutive defeats, those who had joined started withdrawing one after another. Only Magjull and the rest were left to provide support and made up the numbers. Now they couldn't even make up the numbers for a team to train with them.
When Vincent entered the Elite Academy, he was also very ambitious. However, the reality dealt him a heavy blow once again. Obviously, Vincent had also conducted multiple 1v1 training with others. What he found out was that Elite Academy was really something. It wasn't that he was weak but every opponent of his had their own unique characteristics. He didn't have any absolute advantage. This was not inclusive of those top-notch masters.
Vincent had also watched the videos of the Elite tournament and had a certain level of understanding about the 5 masters of the Academy currently.
Losses were just losses and trainings were still trainings. Zhang Shan wasn't bothered by it for too long. One of his unique characteristics was that he was especially thick skinned. Others could say all they wished. Failures were the stepping stones to success. He still went around seeking battles. As long as others were willing to battle them, they would fight. This was also a way to accumulate experiences.
It was just that Saruman Snake had become rather ordinary in this way and had started to fight among those average teams.
Zhang Shan and the rest had just completed their simulation training when they met a group of people who had also completed their training. It was just that the other party had a large group of people walking behind and were casually chatting happily.
It was the Dynasty battle team that was in the limelight recently. Lear was capable. He was always able to make a group of people surround him willingly. Almost everyone had look past the thinking that he was from Earth and only felt that Lear's abilities were really strong. He was also generous and easy-going. There were definitely people that came from a family of officials or were heirs to their family in the Elite Academy. However, there was also a large number of ordinary people. Nonetheless, there was a common thing about them. No matter they were from a rich family or were just ordinary people, most of them had extremely strong egos. In Lear's words, it would also mean that they had extremely low EQ. Lear was able to thrive well in this place.
The group of people just walked past Zhang Shan and the rest directly. If it was in the past, they might even have a stare down. However, Lear and the rest were just chatting happily and had treated Zhang Shan and the rest as wooden blocks.
In the past they might be a little dreadful of Zhang Shan and the rest. However, they were no longer in the same level now.
"Captain, that Zhang Shan that we just passed by seem to be from the Solar System. Their messy battle team should just disband. They are really embarrassing you."
"Thick skinned Snake battle team could also be considered as having a unique characteristic. They lost in every match they fought in and were ranked bottom in the Academy's magazine. Yet, they still dare to show their face in front of others."
"Let's not put it that way. Their captain, Wang Zheng, isn't around and might not have been able to demonstrate their true strength."
"Chey, even Olivios had lost. Who is Wang Zheng? As a leader, comprehensive abilities were more important. An ordinary person would only cause his teammates to die."
"That's right. Times have changed. Let's not talk about it anymore. Everyone would become an officer or leader. Some might even become a general. They might be some who just want to be a brainless soldier!"
Everyone laughed. Lear just shook his head helplessly. "You guys should not boast anymore. Olivios had purposely challenged us and wanted to use us as training material. With Olivios' strength, he would definitely be able to find a solution to the problem. Our Dynasty battle team has the attention of everyone now. Everyone should be more careful from here on. Obviously, we shouldn't be afraid of anyone!"
Everyone cheered again. The morale was high. Although the traditional battle teams were still strong, the Dynasty battle team was on the rise. As the win-loss records had huge influence now, open confrontation had become fewer. Most of them were just all-out battles as training to increase their strength between teams that were familiar with each other. They were awaiting the big match. There were also strategic considerations in this arrangement. If they were exposed too much, it would be equivalent to showing their weaknesses in front of others.
Zhang Shan really hoped that Wang Zheng would return quickly. He was already at his wits end.
Chapter 808: Huiyin's Rage
Translator: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas
When student Zhang Shan couldn't think of a way out, Wang Zheng and the rest had return from the Hail Cloud Alliance with glory. Obviously, the Academy didn't publicize about the incident too much. It was hard to say if this glory was large or small. Hail Cloud Alliance was at a faraway place after all. In the Academy, the people weren't paying much attention to the incident. The return of Wang Zheng and the group didn't cause too huge of a commotion.
Zhang Shan had been waiting in the dormitory since a long time ago. When he saw Wang Zheng returned, he couldn't wait to complain about his sufferings while crying.
Wang Zheng didn't know whether to laugh or cry. He also didn't have an easy time in his long journey. He hadn't even gotten the chance to catch his breath. What was this dude trying to do?
However he finally understood in the end. "What you meant was that you were beaten badly by others and you felt it was disgraceful?"
Zhang Shan was taken aback. "About that, it was roughly the same. I know that failures are the stepping stones to success and it isn't that we didn't get anything out of it. Look at this!"
Zhang Shan switched on his Skylink and transferred a file to Wang Zheng. The name of the file was 'stepping stone to success'.
In it were videos and videos of Saruman Snake battle team being thrashed and slaughtered so horribly that one couldn't bear to watch.
Wang Zheng was watching the video seriously. It was very interesting. It wasn't that he had not experienced team battles and he even had some insights into it. However, it seemed completely different in this place.
Zhang Shan sat on the sofa with his body opening up wide. "I had at least experienced IG. However it felt just like a small fry in front of a great hero. Did you know that Olivios' Asura Battle Team had also lost? However, do you want to guess who won against him?"
Wang Zheng was looking at the video when he was stunned for a moment. Seeing Zhang Shan's jealous look, he couldn't hold back and laughed," it couldn't be Lear's team right!"
"It IS that brat! There were really no reasons that d*mned brat could win! However, Olivios was also too brash and didn't have much leadership abilities. He went against 5 at the same time! The opponents weren't pigs. However, this made it easy for Lear. This brat has become the most famous person in recent times." Zhang Shan was feeling so bottled up. He had always thought that a hypocritical guy like Lear would be bound to be thrashed. However after taking some insults, he immediately started acting hypocritically.
Wang Zheng saw the video of that battle. He knew about Olivios' strength. If one was to say that Olivios didn't have the brains, Wang Zheng wouldn't truly believe it.
However after seeing the whole battle process, Wang Zheng had truly become silent.
Seeing the serious looks on Wang Zheng, Zhang Shan kept his disrespectful expression. He rarely saw Wang Zheng being so stern. "Cough, cough. Wang Zheng, Lear that brat isn���t that strong right?"
Wang Zheng shook his head. "Olivios had done it on purpose."
"What was on purpose?" Zhang Shan thought it was outrageous. "You meant he had lost on purpose?"
"It wasn't that case. Was Lear going around these days to train his battle team?"
"Yeah. Only his Dynasty battle team and our Saruman Snake battle team has the most number of fights. However, he was mainly fighting internally. There would be professors coming over from time to time to give their guidance. It seems that a lot of people are holding him in high esteem. This is probably the reason why Olivios had looked for him."
"Olivios wanted to use the Dynasty battle team as training for his battle team. The people of Arbiter are too arrogant and overconfident. Can't you tell that they didn't employ any so-called collaboration and only seemed to be working together. They were fighting for themselves. Otherwise, they wouldn't be decapitated by the Dynasty battle team. Obviously, Olivios probably felt a little surprise too. He probably didn't think that Lear could calculate his attacks so precisely."
In the video, Olivios' Overlord couldn't hold on. Only Olivios could have lasted so long. If it was another person, he/she would be killed within a second. Olivios managed to last for a while before being eliminated. Before he was eliminated, he was able to bring Luo Fei down with him.
But the truth was Lear's side was completely dominating in the strategic aspect. They were able to demonstrate their true strength while the Arbiter's side was placed at a huge disadvantage.
"It should be the case. When it comes to team battles, Aslan is the front runner. Arbiter mainly depends on individual strength and strict discipline. It is just that times have changed. Olivios is thinking of change." said Zhang Shan as he felt much comfortable in his heart now.
Olivios' match was a failure and had completely destroyed the fantasies of the people of Arbiter. If this was his intention, his goal would have been achieved. This was a textbook-like classic battle.
Wang Zheng saw the video of the competition. Whoever wished to win the competition would have to be in control and control the tempo. Those strong teams almost certainly shared a common unique characteristic. That would be first class control over their ability X. The scout's Ability X could all achieve instantaneous suppression so as to match and facilitate the concentrated fire of the team.
One had to admit that Zhang Shan's videos were great. Although he kept seeing the fall of the members of the Saruman Snake team one after another, it had also revealed the problem.
"Was Vincent alright?"
"He's still okay. The failures at the start were hard for him to accept but it got better towards the end. As for being thick-skin, it has to be trained."
Zhang Shan wasn't afraid of losing. His path to where he was now had been full of bumps and obstacles and wasn't easy at all. Failings were common to him. The key was to find the problem from his failures.
Wang Zheng nodded. "This is pretty good too. If he doesn't experienced failures, he wouldn't become stronger. The truth is that our lineup is still pretty good."
"It is a pity that we are lacking someone who can control the battlefield. Luo Fei that little fatty could actually suppress Olivios! That match had also made him famous. The other famous battle teams were also the same and could always get the first hand."
Wang Zheng smiled and said, "Who said we didn't have a controller?"
Zhang Shan was stunned. "Don't count on me. With my Ability, getting the first hand would definitely not be a problem. However if I rushed in, I would just be feeding them and can't suppress them at all."
Zhang Shan knew that this wasn't the time to act like he could. Because of the prevalence of team battles recently, this had allowed those who weren't that famous previously to be well-known suddenly. In fact, there were quite a number of people in Elite Academy who weren't too interested in the previous Elite Competition. The feeling they got was that it was just a battle that promoted the brainless use of brute strength and was lacking in technical content. However, team battles were completely different. Individual strength, team cooperation, improvisation on the spot and leadership capabilities would all be assessed and formed part of a top tier comprehensive assessment. Moreover, students that had gone through it would also have the strongest ability to adapt when they enter the military.
This dude… Wang Zheng almost fainted too. "I know. Let me be the scout and control."
Zhang Shan was stunned. "This won't work. You are our main attacker!"
In the team battle, the responsibilities of the scout were greater. At the same time, it had to make sacrifices and give up a better attacking position to others. In simple words, it would only be second to the heavy-armoured tank position as cannon fodder. Wang Zheng was the captain. Which captain would become the scout? If others were to know about it, they would become a joke.
Wang Zheng smiled. "Vincent's attacks would be sufficient. This brat's use of the Golden Wheel is close to my level now."
"That wouldn't be okay too. You are the captain!" Zhang Shan's head was shaking like a rattle.
"You brat, am I the captain or are you? This thing is settled."
"But your Ability X doesn't seem to include things that can control the battlefield. Wang Zheng, I'm not saying you can't. I have been painstakingly researching this recently. This so-called team battle is all about allocation. You might be able to depend on your strength to destroy one mech of the other party directly. However, it is also easy for you to be under concentrated fire. You might not know about this but I had been hit with 3 different kinds of Abilities X at the same time. I was killed instantly. I totally had no way of withstanding these attacks."
Mental strength could resist Ability X but attacks were always easier than defending. If it was only one type, one could still barely withstand it. Once the attacks were to combine, he could only be waiting for his own death to befall them.
Therefore when a scout initiated an attack, he had to mainly utilize his abilities to control the other party while the rest would follow up. This was co-operation. At the same time, the scout had to retreat or roam around. If he wanted to attack rampantly and the other party was able to last for a while, it would be equivalent to sending food to the mouth of tigers and wolves.
Elite Academy wasn't the same as those primary school students from IG.
"I know. Who said that I couldn't use any controlling abilities?" replied Wang Zheng with a smile.
"Zhang Shan was stunned for a while. "Chey. I knew about all your capabilities. Could it be…"
"Hail Cloud Alliance was a great place. Therefore I had some enlightenment." laughed Wang Zheng. In fact, at his realm, the so-called control wouldn't be a problem. The Ice Ability could control and so could the Wind Ability. It would only depend on how he used them.
"D*mn, why didn't you tell me earlier? I could no longer hold back. We would get back at those sissies and those that looked down on the Saruman Snake Team!"
Zhang Shan bounced up directly in an imposing manner similar to someone with a huge empire.
Wang Zheng was taken aback. He pointed to Zhang Shan and Zhang Shan was stunned slightly. What's the matter? Don't you think my current looks are imposing?"
"You are stepping on my sofa…"
Wang Zheng and Zhang Shan had similar views when looking at a problem. The two of them started researching about the video as they drank coffee. Wang Zheng was also interested in researching. In their core, the two of them depended on their brains in things they did. The key was that they could let go of their status and never feel that they were number one of the world. People like Lear were those that Zhang Shan hated to the core. However, if the other party had interesting points, he also wanted to research it. This was what they called knowing your enemies and you would never lose again.
The two of them were having a heated discussion when the door opened with a bang.
The two of them were stunned and could only see Lin Huiyin rushed in. After not seeing for such a long time, the little princess seemed to have grown taller and more beautiful. Why did she starting to look more and more like Aina?
It was just that Lin Huiyin's expression wasn't as amiable.
"Wang Zheng, I hate you!"
After completing her sentence, she stamped her feet angrily and ran away without leaving any trails.
Wang Zheng and Zhang Shan were dumbfounded. Zhang Shan's gaze wasn't too friendly.
"Wang Zheng, weren't we closer than even real brothers. Could it be that you have taken advantage of the younger sister after getting your hands on the older sister?"
Chapter 809: Number One Rookie
Translator: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas
Wang Zheng kicked Zhang Shan away with a kick. Nothing good ever came out of this brat. The problem was that he didn't knew what Lin Huiyin was angry about. However, she was still a kid. Throwing a tantrum was also normal.
Wang Zheng didn't take it to heart and directly suppressed Zhang Shan. Student Zhang Shan was actually very gossipy. However, under the threat of violence, he had no other choice but to give up.
On the second day, Wang Zheng visited Butcher first. The design of the runic mech for the five of them had basically been completed. What was left would be to pass it over to the factory for production.
"Senior, how's the situation in the Abyss now?" asked Wang Zheng. After having an experience in the Abyss, he was still very concerned about it.
Butcher laughed, "Brat, you are really a strange person. Wherever you go to, there would be incidents. I heard that you had created a huge mess in Hail Cloud Alliance."
Wang Zheng tried to express his innocence and replied," This incident had nothing to do with me. I'm am the one who is feeling bottled up. It was supposed to be a good training opportunity and yet we actually encountered the pirates in such a deserted place."
"The responses of you and the rest were very good and you had all won glory for the Academy. Although the Academy didn't say anything, the fact was that everyone was very happy about it."
"Senior, Elite Academy is the best Academy in the Milky Way Galaxy. They shouldn't be lacking in such glory, right?" Wang Zheng felt a little strange.
Butcher shook his head and only laughed. He didn't go deeper into this topic. "Based on the intelligence that you have brought back, the military had attempted to go deeper into the Abyss 6 times over this period of time. However, all of these attempts ended in failure. Among which, there was one time where the losses were greater. Currently, there shouldn't be any further plans. Nonetheless, the rewards were rather generous. At least we had gotten the attention of the relevant authorities on the Abyss. We couldn't risk losing more for a small cause."
Wang Zheng nodded his head. Humans had this bad habit and that was to believe that everything was under their control. This type of thinking would often lead to problems. He had stayed in the core of the Abyss previously. Although he didn't have nightmares over it, the impression he got was still deep. Whether the human armies could withstand such a Zerg unit would still be hard to determine.
"If there's a chance, I would like to go to the Abyss to train myself." said Wang Zheng.
Butcher smiled. This brat was truly more suitable to be a warrior. His genes for adventure was really too strong.
"I heard that you have formed a battle team?" asked Butcher casually.
"Ah senior, you knew about that? It's called Saruman Snake battle team. I had formed it with some of you friends."
"Of course I knew about it. The number one rookie battle team in Elite Academy! It's hard for me to not know anything about it." teased Butcher.
Instantly, Wang Zheng's face turned red. After being around for so long, it was still the first time he was called such a name. Zhang Shan was really like a pig. Even if he wished to accumulate experiences, couldn't he have kept a lower profile?
"Cough cough. Failures are the stepping stones to success. We are freshmen after all."
"Haha. As the captain, you should be preparing yourself. I had high hopes for you. If this continued, even I would be embarrassed. The internal management of the school has started to attach higher importance to leadership and commanding capabilities. This isn't just a short-term trend. For a long time in the future, this would be Elite Academy's or even all the military schools' in the entire Milky Way Alliance's main direction." said Butcher.
Wang Zheng was stunned. In the past, every military academy would also have their battle team. Even IG had them. However, they weren't being valued particularly.
"Senior, did something happen?"
Butcher smiled and replied, "Whether anything had happened has nothing to do with you now. Brat if you want to be successful, you have to lead your battle team properly. Do you have the confidence to do so?"
Wang Zheng smiled confidently. "It would be nothing!"
"Great, I would be looking forward then. If you can't shake off the title of the number 1 rookie, don't come back and look for me in the future."
Wang Zheng nodded. Zhang Shan had created quite a huge mess. However, he could understand it. Most typical battle teams were from the same country. When honing their chemistry, there wouldn't be any barriers. A team like Saruman Snake battle team would face quite a number of problems. Through fighting with random opponents and failures, this had united everyone instead. It was at least able to make them abandoned their desire to perform quickly and stopped having flamboyantly thoughts.
Vincent had settled down now. He had come with his own ambitions to glorify the Golden Wheel. In addition, he wanted to showcase the awe of Manalasuo in his battles even more.
Manalasuo was also one of the bigger powers in Elite Academy. They had many students and many of them were even masters. They had also formed many battle teams. Although Vincent was well-known, this level of fame wasn't enough to bring something new in the Elite Academy. However, Manalasuo still had its opinions regarding Vincent joining the Saruman Snake battle team.
"Vincent, have you thought about it? Let's join the Death God battle team. Their captain had said that they would vacant the main attacker position for you."
Said Lu Fei. He was from Manalasuo and was in the Xuan Grade Class 1. He was also the heavy tank of the Death God battle team. Although Saruman Snake battle team had kept losing, Vincent's performance was still remarkable. It was especially so for his Golden Wheel and he was comparable to Wang Zheng in it. Although there were many masters in Manalasuo, there still wasn't any reason to benefit others.
Vincent smiled and replied, "Senior, I'm doing pretty well in Saruman Snake's battle team. Moreover, if I was to leave now, wouldn't that make me a deserter?"
"You brat, we, Manalasuo, are so strong. What are you doing hanging around with Wang Zheng for? The group from Solar System couldn't be considered as weak. However, they must be crazy to split up. They only had this little people and yet they formed three random teams."
Wang Zheng's Saruman Snake battle team, Lear's Dynasty battle team and Achilles and Lie Xin had finally decided to cooperate and formed the Fiery Moon battle team.
"Our Manalasuo is very strong and it wouldn't matter if I'm not around. Thank you senior for your kind intentions. I would like to learn more while following Wang Zheng."
"Che. You are really a brat. Wang Zheng is a rookie in team battles too. The team consciousness has to be honed and the coordination would need time to accumulate. Those small countries wouldn't be able to do well. You really wouldn't give up until you hit the wall!" Lu Fei shook his head helplessly.
Vincent only smiled. He waited for Takumi's lesson to end and went to the training room to gather together with him. Wang Zheng had finally returned.
Over this period of time, Saruman Snake battle team had lost too badly. Other than the main team members, the rest were lacking in enthusiasm. Wang Zheng's return had finally lifted the spirits a little.
When Zhang Shan saw Snow Li, he immediately started scrutinizing her. Using his "dog nose" to sniff, he could tell something was wrong. Something was really wrong!
He looked at Wang Zheng next. Something was wrong. Something was really wrong!
Wang Zheng was speechless. "What kind of look are you giving me!"
Zhang Shan licked his lips and said, "Wang Zheng, tell me, aren't we brothers?"
"We aren't." said Wang Zheng decisively.
Zhang Shan no longer wanted to continue. "Did you all hear that? Wang Zheng you ungrateful brat! How could you abandon me? I don't want to live anymore."
Magjull and the rest were speechless. "If you want to die, die quickly at another corner. Snow Li, you do seem more pretty. Could it be that Aisbotan can even improve one's looks?"
Snow Li was stunned. In fact, it wasn't because of what Magjull and the others had said. It was because almost everyone she met had said the same thing.
"Cough cough. Everyone, shouldn't we be discussing about our training plans. As for questions on how to improve one's looks, we can discuss slowly after our training had ended." said Wang Zheng. He was the captain after all. Everyone should at least show him some respect.
Zhang Shan's gossipy spirit was ignited. There's must be something. There must definitely be something. How inhumane was the captain going to be? To be taking advantage of him more and more, this wasn't reasonable!
Wang Zheng did not pay attention to Zhang Shan. The more attention you gave him, the more he would be into it. His current relationship with Snow Li was rather delicate and they had a mutual agreement. Both of them had opened themselves to the other party. At least Snow Li could understand this. Although they did not get into a boy-girl relationship, they seemed to have found a bosom friend and had become closer instead.
For the entire team, this was undoubtedly a better place to be.
"Zhang Shan, what a temporary captain you have been. We had already lost so badly that others are seeing us as dogs." Ai Xiaolu wouldn't be courteous and immediately started reprimanding Zhang Shan.
"Sis, could you not be so mean? Do you think I had it easy? I didn't mind the chores and haven't been complaining about it. At the same time, I had to be criticized. Although the records are a little ugly, we have at least identified all the weaknesses of the team. Let's invite the captain to continue next. Applause please!"
Zhang Shan jumped into the table and roared… no one paid attention to him.
"I have seen everyone's videos. From here on, lets reallocate the roles of the team. Takumi would take the tank, Snow Li would be the sniper, Zhang Shan would take the role of a mobile warrior, Vincent would be the attacker and I would be responsible for scouting."
Said Wang Zheng.
When he ended his sentence, everyone was taken aback. This was because Zhang Shan used to be responsible as a scout. With this change, it would be equivalent to wasting the strongest Wang Zheng.
"Wang Zheng, it wouldn't seem to be good this way. How could you take the scout role. It would be too wasteful." Ai Xiaolu was the first to object. The rest were also feeling a little strange. There wasn't anything like giving up a role in the battle team. They had all looked towards Zhang Shan.
"Zhang Shan, could it be that you had threatened Wang Zheng?"
"It must be!"
Instantly, it became a condemnation ceremony. Zhang Shan felt wronged. "Are you guys still human? Am I such a person?"
Everyone nodded their head. Zhang Shan really wanted to find a piece of "tofu" and just die from hitting his head against it. He could no longer carry on. His glorious image had been tarnished!
Wang Zheng smiled as he waved his hands. "It has nothing to do with Zhang Shan. I have seen our battle videos and the videos of those better teams. The scout position has to possess a controlling type Ability X and Vincent's destructive power is enough. Obviously, this would only be a set of line up. When going against different captains, we would also swap our positions around. Zhang Shan and I could swap interchangeably."
"Wang Zheng, your Ability X doesn't seem to be of the direct control type, right?" asked Vincent curiously.
"I had some enlightenment recently and we could practise a little."
The group was using the specialised training mode. Although the computer-generated opponents were weaker, it would still be enough to be used as practicing their teamwork.
With Wang Zheng and Snow Li returning, the lineup could finally be considered as complete. The whole process was also relatively smoother. Wang Zheng's so-called control was using his Ice Ability to achieve control through freezing. How should this put? This could still be considered as a controlling ability. Some battle teams also used it. However the Ice Ability was easy to counter. For example, it could be entangled by someone using a Fire Ability. In such cases, it would be very difficult to be effective. Luo Fei's ability was the kind that would be hard to guard against.
Therefore, Luo Fei was rather famous recently. Obviously, fatty hated the fact that he was famous.
After training for over an hour, everyone finally had a certain level of understanding. With Wang Zheng as the scout, although his mobility was slightly worse than Zhang Shan, he was much more stable than Zhang Shan. Zhang Shan died easily when rushing into the enemies' formation. However, the difficulty in dealing with Wang Zheng would be higher. As long as Zhang Shan was not the first one to take the brunt of the opponent's firepower, with his opportunistic battle style, it would indeed be better for him to perform. As for the attacker, Vincent, nothing much had to be said.
However, training was still training after all. Without an opponent, they wouldn't be able to assess themselves.
Sometimes, when you spoke of the devil, it was sure to appear.
Chapter 810: A Conflicted Loli
Translator: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas
A person from Aslan had arrived and looked across the people in the training room nonchalantly. His gaze was filled with contempt. To tell the truth, if it wasn't the princess' orders, he really didn't want to be here.
"I'm Clinton, the main attacker from the Blue Shield battle team. I'm here to fulfil our promise to battle with the Saruman Snake battle team. Tomorrow night 8pm, we would have a fight to decide who's the victor."
Said Clinton without expression.
"Didn't you look down on our standards, why are you here?" Magjull couldn't help but ask. Everyone knew that they could improve from sparring with the masters. Therefore Zhang Shan had gone to look for the Blue Shield battle of previously. However, they weren't willing to pay any attention to a rookie team like Saruman Snake battle team.
Clinton took a look at Magjull and snorted. "Why are you full of so much nonsense? Your captain has made our princess unhappy and therefore we have the responsibility to beat you guys down like dogs. Obviously, it's fine if you all don't dare to accept the fight. The people of Aslan would also not be willing to bully cowards."
When he finished speaking, he left swiftly.
When Zhang Shan and the rest were out, he was already gone without a trace. Magjull and the rest were staring at Wang Zheng. "Captain, what did you do to their princess? She is still so young. How could you even lay your hands on her?"
"Get lost! Things aren't as what you all are imagining. However, having the Blue Shield battle team looking for us is a good thing. Since they want a fight, let's give them a fight." said Wang Zheng.
"This might be too rushed. We should look for a few weaker opponents and practice on them first. The Blue Shield battle team is really strong." said Zhang Shan.
Wang Zheng stared at him and said, "Didn't you say that failures were the stepping stones to success?"
"Isn't that just an excuse? You all weren't even here." replied Zhang Shan.
Ai Xiaolu and Snow Li roughly knew a little about it. Lin Huiyin being angry this time was probably because of them. The closer Wang Zheng was with the Hail Cloud Alliance, the further he would be from Aslan.
"What are you all afraid of? We have been through worse. This type of competition us just a piece of cake!" said Ai Xiaolu. "Wang Zheng, don't you agree with me?"
"It's great that someone had come directly to us."
Wang Zheng said. As for Lin Huiyin throwing a tantrum, Wang Zheng wasn't very concerned.
However, he would need to be serious about this match. The morale of the Saruman Snake battle team was a little low. They couldn't just keep on losing. Not only that they had to win this time, they had to win it beautifully so they could regain their morale.
Blue Shield battle team could be considered as a very mature team and was classically Aslan.
Canberra: Captain, free warrior position. The mech he used was Radiant Knight IX.
Clinton: Sniper position. The mech he used was Thunderbolt S.
Zhou Hao: Tank position, Xuan grade Class 1. He was also famous in Black Tortoise Academy. It's hard to say who was stronger or weaker at the heavy armour position. One victory wouldn't mean anything. However, Black Tortoise Academy had a batch of top notch tank warriors. The mech he used was Aslan's Fortress battle mech.
Ross: Attacker position. He specialised in Slayer.
Henderson: Scout position, Sentry type V.
The Blue Shield battle had a wealth of battle experience. Aslan was a country that attached high importance to team battles. They had been researching on increasing their abilities and didn't care about how the rest in Elite Academy would look at them. Even though one might not like them, one also had to admit that Aslan was a country that pursued perfection.
This time, the Princess was really angry and she wanted to teach the Saruman Snake battle team a lesson. Therefore she had handpicked the Blue Shield battle team. Everyone in the Blue Shield battle team was full of ambition. Not only did they want to win, they wanted to leave a deep impression in the Saruman Snake battle team.
The Blue Shield battle team was in the battle research lab. Captain Canberra was leading the rest in watching videos of Wang Zheng's individual battle.
"To sum it up, the only one we need to target tightly in Saruman Snake battle team is Wang Zheng. His individual strength is beyond doubt but he is also a rather conceited person. Therefore, as long as we can finish him off, the Saruman Snake battle team would also collapse."
Battle strategic analyst, Bell, said. He was of the supportive type. When going against any opponents, they would have to understand them in detail. It was especially so this time as the Princess had attached high importance to this battle. The other battle teams of Aslan weren't happy at all. Why would this type of beneficial thing happen to the Blue Shield battle team? Canberra knew clearly about the importance of this matter.
"Bell is right. Based on the information that we gotten, Wang Zheng would be taking the scout position. Henderson, your task this time would be extremely tough."
"Rest assured captain, I have my plans too."
Wang Zheng was someone who had defeated Hocatolin. No one would actually belittle him. It was just that everyone here was from the Xuan Grade 1 class. Moreover, the worst among them in Ability X was also at least of the high grade C rank. They wouldn't be at any disadvantage in terms of class. Although the standards of usage might be a little worse, team battle wasn't the same as individual battle. As long as the other party did not possess the ability to completely roll over them, everything would still be possible.
"This position that Wang Zheng had chosen would testify that Saruman Snake battle team is eager for success. Wang Zheng must be thinking of eliminating one of us immediately. We could plan our layout accordingly and employ Plan C to bait the enemy to come deeper. Henderson, you have to act well. This guy wouldn't fall for it so easily." laughed Canberra. He had absolute confidence in his teammates.
Actually, since Olivios was eliminated in a second, it had proven this point. This was because under the circumstance where two sides had the same class of Ability X, understanding the situation and physical techniques were very important in an individual match. However in a team battle, these would be useless. It wouldn't be easy to counter a type of Ability X in a second. With a few Abilities stacked, it would be instant knockout.
Although Wang Zheng was strong, he mainly depended on physical techniques and Combination Ability X. It was a pity that in a team battle, he wouldn't have a chance to use them.
Fancy and complicated moves in team battles would be equivalent to seeking death.
Everyone still spent some time researching into Wang Zheng's battling habits and move sets.
"He likes to research about his opponents, This is something that we could start from."
"It's a display of overconfidence. This is also a common problem with those who pursue individual heroism."
Those that were around were exchanging their views and had thoroughly analysed Wang Zheng. Even if Wang Zheng was around, he had to admit that they were right.
Similarly, Wang Zheng's side had also dug out videos of the Blue Shield battle team. They were feeling a little pressure after watching. Their individual techniques weren't bad at all and everyone had their own unique skills. The key was their cooperation. This was the difference between them. However, there were no shortcuts. They would need match after match to accumulate experience.
Huiyin was sulking by herself. The little Princess was feeling very conflicted now. How could Wang Zheng fall in love with Snow Li. She had heard that her cousin had even cried. This wasn't alright. She must get back at Wang Zheng for her cousin.
When a girl was stubborn, she would be unreasonable. No matter what, Wang Zheng couldn't like another person.
However, what if Wang Zheng was angered?
He wouldn't even contact herself and wouldn't apologise to her. He's too mean, too mean!
"Your highness, you are making us feel dizzy." Lu Die and Angela also didn't know what the Princess meant.
Wasn't he just a member of the Solar System battle team? They could just casually teach him a lesson and this wouldn't even be a matter to Aslan.
"You all wouldn't understand." replied Lin Huiyin seriously. "Its a headache."
The two girls looked at each other. They were the one who really had a headache.
Chapter 811: To Play To One's Strength
Translator: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas
The match between the old powerhouse of Aslan, Blue Shield battle team and the number 1 rookie team Saruman Snake battle team still attracted a certain level of attraction.
This was because Wang Zheng had returned. Student Wang still had some appeal. There were also many who just wanted to see a show. The situation of Wang Zheng was similar to Olivios. Both of them had extremely strong individual ability but didn't really understand about team battles.
The students in the Academy now, especially those students that specialized in supporting abilities, were all hyped up. This had also started a fervor for team battle. However after two months of close battles, they could clear feel the strength of the old powerhouse. Those who weren't that famous previously had all become the men of the day. Clearly the military believed that these people had more brains and would have better achievements in the future.
"Good afternoon everyone. The match between Saruman Snake battle team and Blue Shield battle team would be starting soon. I'm Ka Tao from the battle strategy research department. Today we had invited Professor La Tu from the battle strategy research department. Professor, what did you see in this match? Also we are curious why would you choose this match?"
Ka Tao was also surprised. Due to Wang Zheng's appearance and the fame of the Blue Shield battle team, La Tu was deeply interested in this match. However Professor La Tu was the authoritative figure in the battle strategy research department. Clearly in Ka Tao eyes, the technical content in this match belonged to the lower tier and he did not understand why he would be interested.
La Tu smiled. "The battle system of Blue Shield battle team is a little more mature while Saruman Snake battle team also possesses the classic unique points of a new battle team. This would be more for teaching purposes. Also, I'm interested in the person, Wang Zheng. Olivios and Wang Zheng are the representatives of the new batch of students in the Academy currently. I hope he would have a relatively more mature display."
That was what La Tu had said, but he was only here because of Butcher and a few old friends. The truth was Butcher was anxious for Wang Zheng. Therefore, he hoped La Tu could help identify the problems of the Saruman Snake battle team and give his guidance when the time had arrived. Wang Zheng was too concerned about his face and would definitely be too shy to request for help. As his senior, Butcher couldn't just sit back and do nothing.
"The two battle teams have entered the mecha selection stage. The Blue Shield battle team has still chosen the line-up that they are rather familiar with. Canberra, Radiant Knight IX. Clinton, Thunderbolt S. Zhou Hao, Fortress battle mech Ross, Slayer. Henderson, Sentry Type V," announced Ka Tao. This lineup was also something that the rest were familiar with. The balanced strength and movesets of the Blue Shield battle team were also rather stable.
"The blue side, Saruman Snake battle team's line-up has also been allocated. Takumi, beast type battle mech – Earthly Grizzly battle mech. It's a rare choice. Vincent, Golden Wheel as expected. Snow Li had chosen Icy Arrow battle mech. Zhang Shan had chosen Radiant Knight IX. This is a little surprising. Wang Zheng has chosen the Wind God mech… Could it be that he would be taking the scout position?" Ka Tao was a little surprised.
Line-up comparison:
Canberra (Radiant Knight IX) vs Zhang Shan (Radiant Knight IX)
Clinton (Thunderbolt S) vs Snow Li (Icy Arrow battle mech)
Zhou Hao (Fortress battle mech) vs Takumi (Earthly Grizzly)
Ross (Slayer) vs Vincent (Golden Wheel)
Henderson (Sentry Type V) vs Wang Zheng (Wind God mech)
The battle map for the two sides was a "city battle" and they each had an energy tower to defend. At the same time, a laser cannon and a small section of robotic scouts team were stationed near the energy tower for defensive purposes.
The Blue Shield battle team had practised this battle mode countless times previously. No matter how the scenery changed, the fact was that it wouldn���t deviate from the core. The members of the Blue Shield battle team all seemed extremely calm. The emphasis of this match was to target Wang Zheng. As long as they could finish him off, the rest would be nothing to be afraid of.
The bell that signalled the start of the battle had sounded. The mech warriors of the red and blue side rushed out immediately and took up advantageous position. The scouts were slightly ahead of the rest. Facing such a situation, the advantageous side would typically choose to stick together and lunge ahead. This was to force the weaker side to engage in a crossfire. If the weaker party was to disperse, their failure would be accelerated. The only choice was to make use of defensive advantages to take up a better position.
The advantageous side was undoubtedly the Blue Shield battle team. However, the Blue Shield battle team did not stick together and lunged ahead immediately to suppress their opponents. On the contrary, they were moving in an arced line and pushed ahead steadily.
Canberra knew clearly about the key of this battle. That was to be "steady". The newer the team, the more aggressive it usually was and wouldn't be able remain calm. Saruman Snake battle team had lost in so many battles. With Wang Zheng returning, they would definitely be eager to turn the table. If it was about patience, the other party would definitely not be a match for them. Therefore the Blue Shield battle team wanted to establish their advantage steadily and destroy their opponents in one go.
If the Saruman Snake battle team didn't have any variation in strategy, they would just be waiting for a slow death.
Professor La Tu had seen the movements of the Blue Shield battle team and was nodding in approval. This was the unique point about Aslan's battle teams. They were very steady. If those were the teams from Arbiter, they would probably try to eradicate their opponents directly without regards to any other things. Obviously, this was also the style and momentum of Arbiter. However when being compared, Aslan would be more stable.
Saruman Snake battle team didn't defend but was pushing in the middle like the Blue Shield battle team. Their line up was a little strange. As the one with the strongest battle prowess, Wang Zheng was actually a scout. Moreover, Takumi as the tank still chose a beast-type mech. Frankly speaking, in a small scale team battle, beast-type battle mecha weren't the best choice.
They were all top notch masters of the Elite Academy. If a single person wished to go up against all five people, Olivios' case would be the precedent result.
The mech warriors of both side exchanged the first round of fire in the middle ground. Laser guns were spammed. Snow Li and Clinton naturally took up position on high ground but didn't make their moves. As a sniper, they didn't need to play a part in firepower suppression that was meant to test the waters. What they were waiting for was a one hit k.o.
"Both sides seemed to be playing it safe," said Ka Tao. "However, outside the field, it was still lively. Your Highness Lin Huiyin has come. Your Highness is truly getting more and more beautiful."
Ka Tao had originally thought that there would be one side from the two that would make the move. In the end, they were just testing each other out. This was too uninteresting. It would be better looking at the Princess.
However as he finished speaking, the weaker side, Saruman Snake battle team, had taken the initiative and struck. It was Zhang Shan.
His Radiant Knight had rushed ahead. However once he revealed his head, he was hit back directly with a wave of attacks. In an instant, he was hit by three laser shots and his energy shield had been exhausted significantly. He also had to use a round of instantaneous warp to escape.
However, this round of testing the waters had revealed the position of Clinton. It was a pity that Snow Li didn't seem to have grabbed this opportunity to attack.
"It would seem that Wang Zheng was just a fake scout and Zhang Shan was used as cannon fodder," said Ka Tao. "It's time for the Blue Shield battle team to make their moves."
Indeed, the scout of Blue Shield battle team, Henderson, had piloted his Sentry battle mech and started pushing ahead. The rest were following behind and maintaining a good formation. The firepower suppression of the Fortress battle mech was much better than the Earthly Grizzly's.
"Saruman Snake battle team seems to be a little unsatisfied. They are resisting with their firepower but the effects aren't that great. The mecha that they have chosen aren't suitable for a head on exchange of fire. Everyone can see that the crossfire of the Saruman Snake battle team is still relatively loose and doesn't have any order. On the other hand, when you look at the Blue Shield battle team, it seems just like art. The effects of the stacking of firepower are very good. The collaboration with the sniper was also to the point. Looking at the exhaustion of the energy shields, Blue Shield battle team is leading by a mile. Zhang Shan and Takumi from Saruman Snake battle team have their energy shields exhausted more significantly. Vincent's situation is average while Wang Zheng and Snow Li have maintained their shields rather well. However at this rate, they would eventually be grinded to death."
Snow Li's counterattacks weren't sharp enough. As a long range sniper, Clinton was a professional. This could be told from the way he handled the details. His reaction was also clearly quicker than Snow Li by a beat.
La Tu smiled gently. "The so-called essence of a team battle is to amplify one's strength while hiding their weaknesses. This is to maximise the display of the strength of each member and hide their weaknesses. In this aspect, Saruman Snake battle team still has room for improvements."
The Blue Shield battle team was pressing ahead closer and closer. Saruman Snake battle team didn't have any room to retaliate. The other party was using their formation to roll over them. Wang Zheng also didn't have the effect of the finishing touch.
The little beauty was conflicted once again. Huiyin obviously wanted to teach Wang Zheng a lesson. However when she saw Wang Zheng was at a disadvantage, she didn't feel that happy about it.
There were quite a number of students watching. Most of them were anticipating Wang Zheng's actions. However looking at the situation now, Olivios was too headstrong while Wang Zheng was disappointing. The two of them were outstanding in individual battles but couldn't understand team battles at all.
The guidance of the Milky Way Alliance was right. A person who was too strong in terms of brawns would typically have lower IQ. They would also believe too much in individual strength and wouldn't do well in military battles.
"Why didn't Wang Zheng strike? He is so strong and the scout of the Blue Shield battle team is at such a frontal position. Couldn't he just finish their scout off instantly first?"
The truth was Wang Zheng and Olivios still had a certain amount of followers in the Academy. Suddenly, the idea of individual heroism was eliminated. Everyone found it a little hard to accept.